'Argylle' Divides Critics with Its Twisty Plot and Cartoonish Action

The spy comedy's ambitious action sequences and romantic moments fail to compensate for its narrative and visual shortcomings.

'Argylle' receives mixed reviews, with critics highlighting its twist-filled plot and cartoonish action but criticizing its lack of coherence and formulaic direction.
The film is based on a novel by a fictional author, Elly Conway, played by Bryce Dallas Howard, who discovers her past life as a spy named Rachel Kylle.
A standout action sequence combines combat with dance, set to Leona Lewis' cover of 'Run', symbolizing the rekindled romance between the main characters.
The movie concludes with the protagonists overcoming the villainous organization, The Division, with a hint at a potential sequel or connection to the Kingsman franchise.
Despite its ambitious action scenes and romantic moments, 'Argylle' struggles to balance its narrative and visual elements, leading to a polarized reception.